Crossword clue

“Words on either side of "for"”

This clue appeared as 28-Down in the NYT Crossword on Saturday, October 11, 2025. The answer has 5 letters.

Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
ANEYE
Letters5
Starts withA
Ends withE
Vowels3

Where this clue has appeared

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About this clue

The clue “Words on either side of "for"” ran in the NYT Crossword on October 11, 2025 as 28-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with A and ends with E, with 3 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Words on either side of "for"” clue?+

The answer is ANEYE (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of October 11, 2025.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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